Sermons on Corporate Ethics:

Justice, Love And Mercy

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 7, 2005

One way we can respond to a disaster like the Tsunami in Asia, apart from the obvious response of generosity to those in need is to call again on Jesus Christ, the lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world, thanking him for his sacrifice that makes

We need to be very careful when we think about a great natural disaster like the tsunami in Asia that we don’t jump to conclusions too quickly. Already you may have heard people claiming that this is a judgement on the Islamic extremists of Aceh, or that it’s the result of global warming or that ...read more

Scripture: Amos 6:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

The Crucial Cross Of Christ.

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Feb 12, 2007

The crucial cross of Christ is a look at the centre piece of Christianity.

Mark 15.16-41. The Cross of Christ The Cross is central to Christianity without it there would be no faith, it is the crucial work of Christ upon that cross which brings atonement (at one with God) The cross not only has a big impact on our lives but also on our language. The word crucial ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:16-41

Denomination: Baptist

Father's Day Example

Contributed by George Crumbly on Jun 16, 2006

A sermon of how I remember my Father after nearly 50 years

“FATHER’S DAY-2006” George Crumbly Humphrey UMC Father’s Day June 18, 2006 AM Ephesians 6 I guess this is first time that I can remember doing an actual Father’s Day message including my own Dad. I’ve used a message for Mother’s Day including my Mom over the years. I want to wish each & every ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

The Necessity Of The Atonement Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by James Groce on Sep 15, 2002

There are four major biblical reasons why the atonement was necessary

There are four major biblical reasons why the atonement was necessary, most of which are intimately connected with God’s nature or character. 1. God’s Righteousness and Justice Many people who object to the biblical doctrine of the atonement do so because they do not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

A God-Blessed Church

Contributed by Gary Shockley on May 1, 2002

What are the qualities and characteristics of a church God is searching for and blesses

The Church God Blesses- Part One Cornerstone Church Rev. Gary A. Shockley, Pastor March 10, 2002 I believe that God communicates with us in many different ways—but the primary way God speaks to us is through His written word—the Bible. One morning this week as I was reading from the Bible I came ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Methodist

The Great Commission

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 26, 2002

A great commitment to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission will build a great church

Sermon for 8/25/2002 The Great Commission Matthew 28:18-20 Introduction: Gandhi- If it wasn’t for the Christians... WBTU: A. Sermon on the Great Commandment. A great commitment to the Great Commandment and to the Great Commission will grow a great church. B. Now Great Commission, tied in with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 16:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What God Hates

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 31, 2007

God hates when we misuse the body He has given us for sinful purposes. Why? Because God hates sin.

The words hate and God do not seem to go together. Yet, the writer of Proverbs clearly declares that God hates something. What is it? Our initial instinct would be to suggest the terrible two: murder and adultery. Others would suggest drunkenness or debauchery. Not so, according to the writer of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Character Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 19, 2011

Being a Christian, living a Christian life is not something which occurs spontaneously or automatically. It doesn’t just happen. We don’t just sit back and do nothing about it.

The book of Colossians, or the letter to the churches in Colosse and the surrounding areas, was written by Paul about 30 years after the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ. Paul’s words were written while he was in prison in Rome, awaiting trial. Tradition tells us that Paul would be ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Guilty Until Proven Guilty Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 27, 2008

As followers of Jesus, we must argue our case fairly, even when our opponents do not. They do not set our agenda.

Guilty Until Proven Guilty (Acts 6:8-15) 1. Many changes come to us a step at a time. I came across of illustration of this regarding trapping wild pigs. You catch wild pigs by finding a suitable place in the woods and putting corn on the ground. The pigs find it and begin to come everyday to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Salvation Has An Object" Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 7, 2009

This sermon pulls together the "bronze serpent" event in Numbers with John 3:14-21. Jesus is the object that is tangable. Other world religions offered in our pluralistic culture Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism offer ladders to God... Jesus is the lad

In Jesus Holy Name March 8, 2009 Lent II John 3:14,15,17 Redeemer “Salvation Has an Object” This morning we have before us one of the most famous bible verses in the bible. It is well known. I would guess that every Christian has even memorized ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

"Heart Talk" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 27, 2008

Second in a series on the use and abuse of the tongue.

On Saturday, June 22, 2002, the scheduled game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field was cancelled because of an eerie discovery. The Card’s ace pitcher was found dead in a Chicago hotel room. Thirty-three-year-old Darryl Kile, who wore num¬ber 57, had been a major ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Marvelous Moms

Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 10, 2010

This sermon reveals the fact that we have good reason to be thankful for our mothers. They are special people who endure a lot for their family and children.

Marvelous Moms Text: Prov. 15:20; 23:22b Intro: Moms really are marvelous people. They fulfill all sorts of functions in the home. They are maid and manager, chef and counselor, physician and parent, all rolled into one. Yet most do all those things willingly and lovingly for their family, all ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Evil Has A Name Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on May 11, 2010

Evil has a name: sin.

Living the Lord’s Prayer, Part-6, Mathew 6:6-13 “Evil Has a Name” Introduction “Often, when traveling among the Alps [The highways of the United States], one sees a small black [white] cross planted on a rock or on the brink of a stream or on the verge of the highway to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Jesus Is The Reason

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 23, 2009

Christianity historically has affirmed the uniqueness of Jesus ...the incarnate son of God. I begin with an illustration from The Charlie Brown Christmas special...when Charlie asks: Isn’t there anyone who knows what Christmas is about?

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2009 Text: Matthew 1:20b-23 Christmas Eve - Redeemer “Jesus Is the Reason” Last Tuesday evening countless households tuned in to watch as Charlie Brown and the rest of the Peanuts gang pondered the meaning of Christmas. The Christmas special ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Minding The Times: An Exposition On Postmodernism, Part 1

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on May 29, 2009

Minding The Times: An Exposition On Postmodernism, Part 1

One might say the future is here --- and we might want to send it back for a refund. Having waited years and wondering at times whether mankind would even survive to see the day, the world now finds itself on the other side of a new millennium. In some ways, it is everything optimistic futurists ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible